FAQ – Southwest FHIMA Board Positions
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PRESIDENT-ELECT
What are the qualifications for this position?
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Active, credentialed member of AHIMA and FHIMA in good standing
Is there training for this position?
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Working with the president during your year as president-elect
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Working with the past president during your year as president
What is the term for this position?
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Three-year total Board Term (1st Year as President-Elect, 2nd Year as President, 3rd Year as Past President)
What is the time involvement?
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One-hour per month for board meetings
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Time to prepare for board meetings
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Additional time to prepare for and assist with in-person meetings
SECRETARY
What are the qualifications for this position?
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Active member of AHIMA and FHIMA in good standing
Is there training for this position?
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Previous secretary will meet with newly-elected secretary near beginning of term of newly-elected
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President and past president can answer any questions secretary may have
What is the term for this position?
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Two-year Board Term
What is the time involvement?
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One-hour per month for board meetings
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Time to document minutes
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Additional time to prepare for and assist with in-person meetings
TREASURER
What are the qualifications for this position?
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Active member of AHIMA and FHIMA in good standing
Is there training for this position?
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Previous treasurer will meet with newly-elected treasurer near beginning of term of newly-elected
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President and past president can answer any questions treasurer may have
What is the term for this position?
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Two-year Board Term
What is the time involvement?
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One-hour per month for board meetings
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Time to manage bank account reporting
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Additional time to prepare for and assist with in-person meetings
STUDENT LIAISON
What are the qualifications for this position?
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Student member of AHIMA in good standing
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Currently enrolled in an AHIMA approved or accredited program
Is there training for this position?
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Board members can assist student liaison with any questions
What is the term for this position?
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One-year Board Term
What is the time involvement?
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One-hour per month for board meetings
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Additional time to prepare for and assist with in-person meetings